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Epson TM-U200D series Operator's Manual

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  • Page 1 TM-U200D Series Operator’s Manual Using this online operator’s guide The words on the left side of this screen are bookmarks for all the topics in this guide. Use the scroll bar next to the bookmarks to find any topic you want.
  • Page 2 1 Station Printer TM-U200D Series Operator’s Manual 401238900...

  • Page 3: Printer Parts

    Printer parts Single-color type Drawer kick-out connector Interface connector Power connector For serial interface model For parallel interface model DIP switches Two-color type Drawer kick-out connector Interface Power connector connector For serial interface model For parallel interface model DIP switches Control panel PAPER FEED PAPER OUT light...
  • Page 4 Seiko Epson Corporation. No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein. While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this book, Seiko Epson Corporation assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions.

  • Page 5: Emc And Safety Standards Applied

    EMC and Safety Standards Applied Printer Product Name: TM-U200D/U200PD Model Name: M119D The following standards are applied only to the printers that are so labeled. (EMC is tested using the packaged AC adapter and the EPSON PS-170 power supply.) Europe: CE Marking Safety: EN60950...

  • Page 6: Fcc Compliance Statement

    CE Marking The printer conforms to the following Directives and Norms Directive 89/336/EEC EN 55022 Class B EN 50082-1 IEC 801-2 IEC 801-3 IEC 801-4 Directive 90/384/EEC EN45501 FCC Compliance Statement For American Users This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 7 GERÄUSCHPEGEL Gemäß der Dritten Verordnung zum Gerätesicherheitsgesetz (Maschinenlärminformations- Verordnung-3. GSGV) ist der arbeitsplatzbezogene Geräusch-Emissionswert kleiner als 70 dB(A) (basierend auf ISO 7779).
  • Page 8 Introduction Features The TM-U200 Series printers are one-station printers for ECR and POS use which can be used for printing the results of weighing or measuring. TM-U200 Series (Type D) has the following 4 types. • Single-color type with a serial interface •...

  • Page 9: About This Manual

    About This Manual Setting Up and Using Chapter 1 contains information on unpacking the printer, setting it up, running the self test, and setting the DIP switches. Chapter 2 contains information on using the printer. Chapter 3 contains troubleshooting information. Reference Chapter 4 contains specifications.

  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    Contents Chapter 1 Setting Up the Printer Unpacking ............1-1 Selecting the Place .
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  • Page 12: Chapter 1 Setting Up The Printer

    Chapter 1 Setting Up the Printer Unpacking The illustration below shows the items included for the standard specification printer. Power supply Printer Hexagonal lock screws (2 pcs) (only for the serial interface) Ribbon cassette Power switch cover Roll paper If any item is damaged, please contact your dealer for assistance. Note: See the Note on page 1-5 for information on the screws.

  • Page 13: Selecting The Place

    Selecting the Place Place the printer on a surface that is as horizontal as possible. The printer should be installed so that it does not move or vibrate during paper cutting or the drawer kick-out operation. Fastening tape is available as an option. Attaching the Paper Roll Near-End Detector (Option) If you do not have a paper roll near-end detector or do not want to attach it, skip this section.
  • Page 14 3. Two spacers are included with the near-end detector. See the illustration below and decide whether or not you want to use them. Use them if you want the near-end detector to be triggered when distance A is 3 to 4 mm; otherwise it will be triggered when distance A is approximately 6 mm.

  • Page 15: Connecting The Printer To The Computer

    5. Connect the connector of the detector to CN11 of the printer. Position the cable as shown in the illustration. 6. Replace the cover and fasten it with the four screws. Connecting the Printer to the Computer You need an appropriate serial interface or parallel interface cable to connect your computer to the printer.

  • Page 16: Model With Parallel Interface

    Note: Your printer comes with inch-type hexagonal lock screws installed. If you plan to use an interface cable that requires millimeter-type lock screws, replace the inch-type screws with the enclosed millimeter-type screws by using a hex screwdriver (5 mm). To distinguish the two types of screws, see the illustration below .

  • Page 17: Connecting The Printer To The Drawer

    Connecting the Printer to the Drawer WARNING: Use a drawer that matches the printer specification. Using an improper drawer may damage the drawer as well as the printer. Plug the drawer cable into the drawer kick-out connector on the bottom of the printer next to the computer interface connector. Model with serial interface Model with...
  • Page 18 Den Drucker an die Schublade anschließen Das Kabel der Schublade an die Schnappsteckerbuchse (neben der Schnittstellenbuchse) an der Unterseite des Druckers anschließen. Model with serial interface Model with parallel interface ACHTUNG: Kein Telefonkabel an die Schnappsteckerbuchse anschließen. Setting Up the Printer 1–7...

  • Page 19: Grounding The Printer

    Grounding the Printer You need a ground wire to ground your printer. Make sure that the wire meets the specification below. Thickness of wire: AWG 18 or equivalent Diameter of terminal to be attached: 1. Make sure that the printer is turned off. 2.

  • Page 20: Connecting The Power Supply

    CAUTION: Do not connect the enclosed power supply to the EPSON customer display DM-D101 or DM-D202. This can damage the customer display and the power supply. However, you can connect this power supply to the EPSON customer display DM-D101 II or DM-D202 II.
  • Page 21 2. Plug the power supply’s cable into the printer’s connector as shown below. Note that the flat side of the connector faces down. Model with serial interface Model with parallel interface 3. Plug the power supply’s cord into an outlet. If you ever need to remove the cable, unplug the power supply’s cord from an outlet and then grasp the connector firmly at the arrow mark and pull it straight out.

  • Page 22: Installing The Ribbon Cassette

    Be sure the printer is not receiving data when you replace a ribbon cassette; otherwise data may be lost. Note: Use the EPSON ERC-38 (B),ERC-38(P), or ERC-38(B/P) ribbon cassette for your printer. The illustrations used in this section are for the single-color type printer.
  • Page 23 Note: Make sure that the ribbon is installed between the print head and the platen without wrinkles or creases. * The shape of the print head may be different from the illustration. 4. Turn the ribbon cassette’s knob 5 or 6 times in the direction of the arrow again, to take up any slack in the ribbon.

  • Page 24: Installing The Paper Roll

    Installing the Paper Roll Notes: Be sure to use roll paper that meets the specifications. Do not use paper rolls which have the paper glued to the core because the printer cannot detect the paper end correctly. However, if you will stop the printing using the optional paper roll near-end detector, you can use glued type paper rolls.
  • Page 25 Note: Be sure to note the correct direction that the paper comes off the roll as shown below. 4. Hold both edges of the paper and insert it straight into the paper slot. The printer feeds the paper automatically. 1–14 Setting Up the Printer...
  • Page 26 5. Cut the paper, then close the cover. 6. When the PAPER OUT light blinks, press the PAPER FEED button to set the printer on line. To remove the paper roll, follow the steps below. 1. Open the printer cover. Setting Up the Printer 1–15...
  • Page 27 2. Pull up the paper and cut the paper at the dotted line shown in the illustration below. Cut here 3. Remove the paper roll from the printer. 4. Remove the remaining paper. Note: Do not pull the remaining paper in the opposite direction of paper feeding.

  • Page 28: Running The Self Test

    Running the Self Test Any time that you want to check the performance of your printer you can run the self test described below. This shows whether your printer is working correctly. It is independent of any other equipment or software. Note: Be sure to install the ribbon cassette and the paper roll before you run the self test.

  • Page 29: Setting The Dip Switches

    Setting the DIP Switches CAUTION: Turn off the printer while removing the DIP switch cover to prevent an electrical short, which can damage the printer. You can change your serial interface and print column settings by changing the DIP switch settings. 1.

  • Page 30: Setting Up The Printer

    4. Use the following tables to set the DIP switches. Numbers starting with 1 are in the first set, and numbers starting with 2 are in the second. Model with serial interface DIP-Switch Functions DIP Switch Set 1 Switch Function Data reception error Ignored Prints”?”...
  • Page 31 CAUTION: Do not change the settings of switches 2-2, 2-5, 2-6, and 2-7. Changing these settings may cause inferior print quality. Model with parallel interface DIP-Switch Functions DIP Switch Set 1 Switch Function Auto-line feed Enabled Disabled Receive buffer 40 bytes Approx.

  • Page 32: Using The Power Switch Cover

    DIP Switch Set 2 Switch Function Internal use. Setting must not be changed. (Fixed to Off), Undefined. CAUTION: Do not change the settings of switches 2-2, 2-4, 2-5, 2-6, and 2-7. Changing these settings may cause inferior print quality. 5. Replace the DIP switch cover and secure it with the screw. Using the Power Switch Cover You can use the provided power switch cover to protect the power switch from accidental or improper operation.

  • Page 33: Affixing The Fastening Tape (Option)

    WARNING: If an accident occurs when the power switch cover is attached, unplug the power supply cord from the outlet immediately. Affixing the Fastening Tape (Option) Two sets of tape are included as an option to fasten your printer to a countertop or other surface.

  • Page 34: Chapter 2 Using The Printer

    Chapter 2 Using the Printer Operating the Control Panel You can feed paper with the button on the control panel. The indicator lights help you monitor the printer’s status. Switch The power switch on the front of the printer turns the printer on and off.

  • Page 35: Indicator Lights

    Note: This button can be disabled by the ESC c 5 command, but depending on the setting of GS z 0 command, it can work while replacing the paper roll even if it has been disabled. Indicator lights The control panel lights provide information on printer conditions. (Green) POWER The POWER light is on when the printer power is on.
  • Page 36 If the printer stops working and the ERROR light is blinking, turn the printer off, check for jammed paper, and remove it by following the instructions on page 3-3, if necessary. Then turn the printer back on. If the printer still does not work, unplug the power supply cord from the outlet immediately;...
  • Page 37 2-4 Using the Printer...

  • Page 38: Chapter 3 Troubleshooting

    Chapter 3 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This chapter gives solutions to some of the more common printer problems. General problems The lights on the control panel do not come on. Make sure that the power supply cables are correctly plugged into the printer, the power unit, and to the power outlet. Make sure that power is supplied to the power outlet.
  • Page 39 The ERROR light is off, but nothing is printed. Try to run the self test to check that the printer works properly. See the self test instructions in Chapter 1 to run the self test. If the self test does not work, contact your dealer or a qualified service person.

  • Page 40: Removing Jammed Paper

    A line of dots is missing in the printout. The print head may be damaged. Stop printing and contact your dealer or a qualified service person. Removing jammed paper Follow these steps to clear a paper jam: CAUTION: The print head becomes very hot during printing. Allow it to cool before you reach into the printer.
  • Page 41 5. Loosen the screw securing the print head cover. Turn the screw only until you can tilt it as shown in the illustration. (Single-color Type) (Two-color Type) Note: Do not remove the screw from the print head cover. 6. Slide the print head cover to the left about 5 mm (1/5 inch). (Single-color type only) (Single-color Type) 3-4 Troubleshooting...

  • Page 42: Hexadecimal Dump

    7. Lift up the print head cover. (Single-color Type) (Two-color Type) 8. Remove all the jammed paper. Note: Do not pull the jammed paper in the opposite direction of paper feeding. 9. Replace the print head cover and secure it with the screw. 10.
  • Page 43 To use the hex dump feature, follow these steps: 1. After you make sure that the printer is off, set DIP switch 1-2 to 2. Turn on the printer while you hold down the PAPER FEED button; then release and press the PAPER FEED button quickly. Note: Releasing and pressing the PAPER FEED button should be performed before the printer finishes initializing;...

  • Page 44: Chapter 4 Reference Information

    Chapter 4 Reference Information Printing Specifications Printing Method: Serial impact dot-matrix Head wire 9-pin serial configuration configuration: Bi-directional, logic-seeking Printing Direction: Characters/line See table on page 4-2. (default): See table on page 4-2. Character spacing (default) Fonts A and B: Printing speed: Approx.

  • Page 45: Character Specifications

    Character Specifications Alphanumeric characters: 95 Number of characters Extended graphics: 128 x 8 pages, International characters: 32 Character structure: 7 x 9 (the total number of dots in horizontal: 400 in half dot units) 9 x 9 (the total number of dots in horizontal: 400 in half dot units) Character size: See table below.

  • Page 46: Paper Specifications

    Paper Specifications Friction feed Paper feed method: Paper feed pitch: Default 4.23 mm {1/6"} Can be set in units of 0.176 mm {1/ 144"} by the ESC 3 and ESC J commands. Paper feed speed: Approx. 105.92 mm/second {approx. 4.17 inches/second (25 LPS) (continuous feeding)} Paper size and weight: Normal paper (single-ply)
  • Page 47 Pressure sensitive paper Maximum 1 original + 2 copies Size: Width 76 mm ± 0.5 mm {3.0" ± 0.02"} Maximum 83 mm {3.27"} outside dia: Thickness: 0.05 to 0.08 mm {.0020 to .0031"} (Total thickness should be a 0.2 mm or less combination of 0.05 to 0.08 mm sheet.) Recommend...

  • Page 48: Electrical Specifications

    Copy capability Copy capability is greatly influenced by the ambient temperature, so printing must be performed under the conditions described in the table below. Relationship between ambient temperature and number of copie s Number of copies Ambient temperature Original + 2 copies 10°...

  • Page 49: Reliability

    Reliability Mechanism: 7,500,000 lines Life: Print head: 150 million characters (using an average of 2 dots/wire per character) End of Life is defined as the point at which the printer reaches the beginning of the Wearout Period. MTBF: 180,000 hours Failure is defined as Random Failure occurring at the time of the Random Failure Period.

  • Page 50: Environmental Conditions

    Environmental Conditions Temperature Operating 0 to 50 ° C {32 to 122 ° F} (when the temperature is 30 ° C or more, there is a limitation for the humidity. Refer to the figure below.) –10 to 50 ° C {14 to 122° F} Storage (except for paper, and a ribbon) Humidity...

  • Page 51: Interface Specifications

    IEEE 1284 compatible (Nibble/Byte Modes) Note: The interface is a factory installed option. One of the interfaces (RS- 232, RS-485, or parallel) is already installed. Note: Refer to the EPSON TM-U200 Series (Type D) Specification for details. 4-8 Reference Information...
  • Page 53 Printed in Philippines 1999.12...

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